'A Wholesome Change Of Mind.'
John 6:18-21.
a) John 6:18. A strong gale was blowing and the waters of the lake grew rough.
b) John 6:19. The Disciples had rowed three or four miles. (It is a long way on a rough sea!)
c) John 6:19. Suddenly they saw Jesus walking on the water towards the boat.
d) John 6:19. They were terrified.
e) John 6:20. Jesus called out to them: "It is I, do not be afraid."
f) John 6:21. THEN they were eager to let Jesus come into the boat.
g) John 6:21. (A Miracle!) Immediately they arrived at their destination.
(This QT reveals A Wholesome Change Of Mind)
PRAYER: That we will always be ready to have A Wholesome Change Of Mind.
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'The Lord Is With Us In Difficult Times.'
Isaiah 43:1-2.
a) This is what the Lord says:
b) (He Who Created us and formed us)
c) "Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;
d) "I have summoned you by name;
e) "You are Mine.
f) "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
g) "And when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.
h) "When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned;
i) "The flames will not set you ablaze."
(Through this Second one I know The Lord Is With Us In Difficult Times)
PRAYER: To thank God that The Lord Is With Us In Difficult Times.
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Chris.
Suddenly they saw Jesus walking on the water towards the boat. The reason that the disciples were terrified was that they did not recognise Jesus and they mistook Him for a ghost. When we do not recognise Jesus in our unusual environments it is easy for us to be afraid. Two things here are very clear for us: firstly, we will sometimes face difficult situations; secondly, we can be assured of the Presence of Jesus with us to help us.
